How to Become a Social Worker
Help people cope with challenges in their lives and connect them to community resources. It typically requires a master's degree (for clinical), with a median salary of $58,380 per year and faster than average projected job growth.
Median pay
$58,380/yr
Typical range
$37,730 to $82,840
Job growth
7%
Openings / yr
63,800
Majors that lead here
Key skills
- Active Listening
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Cultural Competency
- Advocacy
Helpful certifications
- LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker)
- ACSW
- State Licensure
Is this career a fit?
Remote-friendly
25/100
Work-life balance
45/100
Stress level
68/100
Satisfaction
66/100
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Take the major quizSalary and job-growth figures: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (wages May 2023, projections 2022-2032) and O*NET. National figures; actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.